Public Service Springfield, IL Pop. 114,394

Correctional Officer Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median correctional officer salary in Springfield, IL is $42,169 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$42,169
vs State Avg
$-4,961
vs National
$-7,441
Cost of Living
85%

Correctional Officer Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level correctional officer earns around $29,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $61,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$29,750
$-5,250 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$42,500
$-7,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$61,200
$-10,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $28,050
25th Percentile $33,150
Median (50th) $42,169
75th Percentile $53,550
90th Percentile $66,300

Correctional Officer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$53,579
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$53,083
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$47,130
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$40,680
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Correctional Officer in Springfield

Education

Most correctional officer positions require a high school diploma. Springfield and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SecurityConflict ResolutionReport WritingPhysical FitnessCommunicationCrisis Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, correctional officer employment is projected to grow -2% over the next decade (decline). Demand in Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.